Piping Plover

Charadrius melodus

Protected beach zones, Napeague & Amagansett

Federally threatened shorebird that nests on East End beaches each summer. Respect fenced nesting areas and leash dogs.

Best time of day

Morning

How to see

Observe from marked paths; respect fenced nesting areas.

Operator

NYS Parks / USFWS

Cost

Free

Age

All ages

Accessibility

Soft sand; limited

Responsible viewing

Federally threatened: never enter fenced areas, leash dogs.

Weather / sea state

Any.